Cactus 'Fairy Castle'

Name: Cactus 'Fairy Castle'
Brand: House Plant Dropship
SKU: 4_SUCC_CACTUS_FAIRY.CASTLE
Price: 22.99 USD
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The Cactus 'Fairy Castle', scientifically Acanthocereus tetragonus, is a whimsical and visually enchanting houseplant, celebrated for its fanciful structure and charming presence. Its green, cylindrical stems are adorned with miniature spires and towers, resembling a magical fairy-tale castle. The 'Fairy Castle' Cactus boasts a compact and upright growth habit making it a delightful addition to any enchanted plant collection. At full growth, this charming cactus can reach a height of approximately 6 inches to 2 feet.

Botanical & Common Names

Botanical: Acanthocereus tetragonus

Common: Fairy Castle Cactus, Triangle Cactus

Necessary Care Tips

Light: Bright Indirect
Ideal Temperature: 60-85°F
Humidity: Low
Water: Allow the soil to dry out completely between watering
Fertilize: Every 6-8 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer diluted to half strength
Preferred Soil: Cacti and Succulent Potting Mix

Advanced Care Tips

To encourage your Fairy Castle Cactus to flower, provide it with the recommended optimal conditions.

Plant Insights

Member of the Cactaceae family, also commonly known as the Cactus family, which is a large family of flowering plants that includes over 1,860 species.
The Fairy Castle Cactus is native to Central America, Mexico, the Caribbean, and southern United states.

The plant gets its name "Fairy Castle Cactus" from its unique, castle-like branching structure.
It can very rarely produce large, fragrant, white or yellow flowers.
The flowers open at night and close during the day and are pollinated by bats and other nocturnal animals in its native habitat.